(Great Itineraries) 14 Days Casablanca, Fes, Sahara Desert & Marrakech

Welcome to Morocco! Upon arrival at Casablanca Mohammed V International Airport, transfer to the charming seaside town of Asilah. Stroll through the whitewashed medina, admire colorful street murals, and explore the historic Portuguese ramparts. End your day watching a spectacular sunset over the Atlantic Ocean.

Spend a free day exploring Asilah's artistic medina. This picturesque town is a paradise for art lovers and photographers, featuring murals, artisan workshops, and local galleries. Enjoy a fresh seafood meal at a coastal café and relax on Paradise Beach.

Head to Meknes, one of Morocco’s four imperial cities. Visit the Bab El-Mansour Gate, Moulay Ismail Mausoleum, and Royal Stables. Continue to Volubilis, a UNESCO-listed site featuring well-preserved Roman ruins. Arrive in Fes, Morocco’s cultural and spiritual capital, in the evening.

Explore Fes el-Bali, the oldest medina in Morocco. Visit Al-Qarawiyyin University (world’s oldest university), Chouara Tannery, Nejjarine Museum, and the Jewish Quarter (Mellah). Experience a traditional Moroccan mosaic workshop and get lost in the winding streets of the souks.

Drive through the Middle Atlas Mountains to Midelt, passing through Ifrane (Morocco’s "Little Switzerland") and the largest cedar forest in North Africa, home to Barbary macaque monkeys. Relax in the scenic town of Midelt, famous for fresh trout and local wineries.

Journey through the Ziz Valley, reaching the Erg Chebbi sand dunes in Merzouga. Embark on a camel trekking adventure into the desert and enjoy a luxury desert camp experience, featuring Berber music, traditional cuisine, and unforgettable stargazing.

Wake up to a stunning Sahara sunrise, then ride back to town. Drive through the Tinghir oasis, stopping at the breathtaking Todgha Gorge, famous for its towering red cliffs. Arrive at Dades Valley, known for its dramatic rock formations and kasbahs.

Spend the day with Berber locals in the Valley of Roses. Enjoy a traditional couscous meal, visit a rose distillery, and explore local handicraft cooperatives. If visiting in spring, experience the famous Rose Festival.

Drive along the Road of 1000 Kasbahs to the Hollywood of Morocco - Ouarzazate. Visit the UNESCO-listed Ait Ben Haddou, a Game of Thrones & Gladiator filming location. Cross the High Atlas Mountains via the Tizi n’Tichka Pass before arriving in Marrakech.

Explore Marrakech’s famous attractions, including Jemaa el-Fnaa Square, Koutoubia Mosque, Bahia Palace, Saadian Tombs, and the souks of the medina. Stroll through the serene Majorelle Garden, designed by Yves Saint Laurent.

Drive to the coastal city of Essaouira, stopping at an argan oil cooperative to see how Morocco’s famous liquid gold is made. Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere, fresh seafood, and stunning ocean views of this UNESCO-listed medina.

Take a Moroccan cooking class, shopping for ingredients at a local souk before preparing a traditional meal. Explore Essaouira’s Jewish heritage sites, including Slat Lkahal Synagogue, Haim Pinto Synagogue, and the Jewish cemetery.

Drive along the scenic coast, stopping at El Jadida, a Portuguese-influenced town known for its historic cisterns and seaside ramparts. Arrive in Casablanca, visiting the Hassan II Mosque, one of the world’s largest mosques.

Bid farewell to Morocco as you catch your flight home or continue your next adventure.